The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (2024)

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Oh Yeah, I Am Excited!

It isn’t often that I get this excited about a recipe! Ok, I might be fibbing a bit….I am ALWAYS excited to share my recipes with you all, but this recipe is absolutely amazing!

A few weeks ago I really dove into learning everything there is to know about a pomegranate. To think that I had never even tried one before because I didn’t know how to open one and retrieve the fruit/seeds.

Well, I tackled that and did a video on How To Open A Pomegranate in Less Than 1 Minutes and now I just can not get enough of these little things! If you missed last weeks post on Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing, be sure to check it out!

Let’s Get To Cooking!

These little candies are so easy to make! The first thing you need to do is get the seeds out of your pomegranate. Be sure to watch the video on how to remove the seeds quickly. You will only need about 2/3 cup of pomegranate seeds for this recipe. You could use more if you would like and you certainly will have some left over to enjoy later.

After you have removed the seeds, set aside. Now you are going to need 1 cup of dark chocolate. I usedEnjoy Life Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips, Gluten, Dairy, nut & Soy Free, Mini Chips for this recipe.

How To Use A Double Boiler

In a double boiler, melt your chocolate. I have 4 pictures below to show you how to properly set up a double boiler. Just add enough water to a saucepan to touch the bottom of the bowl that will sit inside the saucepan. Make sure the bowl is safe for heat and that water won’t get into the bowl that has the chocolate.

Bring the water to a boil and set the bowl on top of the water (turn heat down once you add chocolate) , pour the chocolate in the bowl and stir until it is nicely melted. This took me about 5 minutes.

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Assembling The Chocolates

Do not remove the bowl with the chocolate from the saucepan. The hot water below the bowl will allow the chocolate to stay warm while you are assembling the candy. Simply remove the saucepan from the burner once the chocolate is melted and take it to the desired location where you are putting together your candy.

In a mini muffin pan, add some mini muffin inserts. Place some melted chocolate in the bottom of the muffin insert and place the pomegranate seeds on top of the chocolate.

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Continue to do this for all 12 pieces of candy. It is okay if things get a little messy…trust me, it is worth it!

I didn’t fill mine all the way to the top because I really wanted to taste the chocolate, but if you are wanting more of a pomegranate burst, fill them up! 🙂

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Now simply pour more chocolate over the pomegranates. If you added more pomegranate to your candy, you might need a little more melted chocolate.

Can I just tell you…you know when you have a chocolate covered cherry and you bite into it and the juice just pours out of the bite? Oh, the ooey, gooey goodness (I know, ooey isn’t a word, but you can taste the deliciousness!) Well that is what you get from these fantastic candies! Watch out, they are juicy and delicious!

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Place in the refrigerator until the chocolates firm up. Mine took about a half hour to set up. When they set, dive in and enjoy!

I store mine in the refrigerator for about a week but they won’t last that long. My guess is that you will be making another batch tomorrow! 🙂 A perfect treat for the upcoming valentines holiday!

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  • Author: Halle Cottis
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (8)Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (9)Total Time: 10 minutes
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (10)Yield: 9 servings 1x
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (11)Category: dessert
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (12)Method: stovetop
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (13)Cuisine: american

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This chocolate covered pomegranate recipe is perfect for Valentine’s Day and beyond.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Remove the seeds from pomegranate and reserve 2/3 cup for chocolates.
  2. In a double boiler (see above), melt chocolate until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a mini muffin pan, add 12 mini muffin inserts to the pan,
  4. Coat the inside of the bottom of the muffin inserts with some melted chocolate and top with a spoonful of pomegranate seeds. Top with some more chocolate to cover seeds.
  5. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until set.
  6. Remove from muffin tin and enjoy.

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FAQs

Which country has the best pomegranate in the world? ›

Afghanistan can be considered the country of the pomegranate fruit because of the excellent quality of the cultivars that thrive there.

Is dark chocolate pomegranate good for you? ›

Is there a way to make dark chocolate even more delicious and beneficial for your health? Yes! Add antioxidant-packed ginger and pomegranate seeds, and you've got a delicious, mood-boosting treat with no guilt.

What is the best pomegranate to eat? ›

Parfianka pomegranates are one of the most popular varieties, and they're great for eating fresh or for juicing. Furthermore, they're relatively large in size, with a bright red exterior and pinkish arils (seeds). These arils are larger than usual, yielding a good amount of juice.

Which pomegranate is best white or red? ›

Pomegranate Varieties Compared: White, Foothill And Wonderful. What I loved is that the white pomegranates are milder and less astringent-tasting than the more common red varieties, although their seeds are also much thicker and "woody" than other varieties.

Is pomegranate the healthiest fruit in the world? ›

Pomegranates are often categorized as a “superfood” due to their high concentration of protective plant compounds such as ellagitannins, anthocyanins, and organic acids. These substances have powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity and help protect cells against oxidative damage.

What state has the best pomegranates? ›

California produces more than 90 percent of the pomegranates within the United States.

What happens to your body when you eat pomegranate daily? ›

Preliminary studies show that dietary pomegranate produces brain anti-inflammatory effects that may help stall the progression of Alzheimer Disease. Other studies suggest drinking 8 ounces of pomegranate juice daily helps improve performance in tasks related to learning and memory.

Which is healthier blueberries or pomegranate? ›

Why is Blueberry better than Pomegranate? Appreciably more quercetin content per 100g. Substantially more vitamin A (RAE) per 100g. Notably more vitamin A (IU) per 100g.

Does pomegranate cleanse your liver? ›

Conclusion. Our results suggest that long-term pomegranate intake may be effective in ameliorating liver enzymes in adults with obesity and metabolic disorders who are more likely to have elevated baseline liver enzymes due to some degree of liver injury or tissue damage.

Which is healthier apple or pomegranate? ›

Both apples and pomegranates are nutritious fruits, but their nutritional profiles differ. Apples are rich in fiber, vitamin C, and various antioxidants. Pomegranates are also high in antioxidants, particularly punicalagins and anthocyanins, which are associated with various health benefits.

Why can't you eat the rest of a pomegranate? ›

The rind and the white membranes surrounding the arils are bitter and we don't suggest eating them- although some say even that part of the pomegranate has medicinal value!

What part of a pomegranate can you not eat? ›

Note that small scratches on the skin won't affect the inside. Only eat the seeds. Though the white, pithy part is safe to eat, it's bitter and most people choose to discard it. The skin is technically edible as well but generally used in extract and powdered forms.

Who should not drink pomegranate juice? ›

Drinking pomegranate juice might increase the risk of blood pressure dropping too low in people who already have low blood pressure. Allergies to plants: People with plant allergies seem to be more likely to have an allergic reaction to pomegranate. Surgery: Pomegranate might affect blood pressure.

Which fruit is better than pomegranate? ›

Why is Apple better than Pomegranate? Definitely more quercetin content per 100g. Vastly more vitamin A (RAE) per 100g. Clearly more vitamin A (IU) per 100g.

Do you swallow pomegranate seeds? ›

They supply essential nutrients and antioxidants for multiple health benefits. Are You Supposed to Swallow Pomegranate Seeds? Yes, it's perfectly safe! Swallowing them after chewing properlylets you enjoy their full health benefits.

Where are the best pomegranates grown? ›

Pomegranates can grow in almost any soil that has good internal drainage. They grow very well on the moderately alkaline soils of South Texas and northern Mexico, as well as the slightly acidic soils in East Texas. Some pomegranates tolerate salt better than do other com- mercial fruit crops.

Where does the US get pomegranates from? ›

In the U.S., California grows 99% of the pomegranates, followed by Texas and Arizona. Many people in the southern climates grow them in their gardens. Michigan State University Extension has a few other fun facts about pomegranates: Pomegranates are native to the Middle East.

What country's national fruit is pomegranate? ›

Pomegranate is the national fruit of both Afghanistan and Azerbaijan. Pomegranate is rich in antioxidants and protects cells from damaging and reduces inflammation.

Where does the US import pomegranates from? ›

India has begun commercial export of pomegranates to the USA after it lifted the export ban in 2022. The government expects this move to open a big market for the Indian pomegranates, a fruit which is being increasing preferred by consumers across the world for its.

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